Places And Travel
11 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Tasmania This Year
11 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Tasmania This Year, from Wineglass Bay and Cradle Mountain to the Bay of Fires, Russell Falls, and Hastings Caves.
How Old Is The Average American Forest?
America’s forests look ancient, but much of today’s tree cover is surprisingly young, rebuilt after logging, fire, and decades of regrowth.
The Forests Growing On Old Lava Flows
Discover how forests reclaim lava flows across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California, from ancient tree casts to vegetation just starting to take hold.
How Many Counties Are There In The United States?
The US has 3,007 counties, but Louisiana parishes, Alaska boroughs, Virginia independent cities and Puerto Rico municipios change the count.
9 Best Attractions To Visit In The Pacific Northwest
9 Best Attractions To Visit In The Pacific Northwest include Mount Rainier, the Space Needle, Crater Lake, Multnomah Falls, and Craters of the Moon.
This Montana Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
Plan an unforgettable Beartooth Highway road trip in 2026, following one of America’s most scenic drives toward Yellowstone National Park.
8 Nicest Small Towns In New Mexico
Explore 8 of New Mexico's nicest small towns, from Red River's ski slopes to Mesilla's plaza and the hot springs of Truth or Consequences.
7 Best Towns In Wyoming For A Two-Day Recharge
Wyoming's natural endowment of millions of protected acreage make it a perfect wilderness backdrop to explore over a nice long weekend.
8 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In Washington
See Bavaria without crossing the Atlantic in Leavenworth, admire the mighty Columbia River Gorge in Stevenson, or enjoy the island ambiance of Gig Harbor.
11 Small Towns in The Great Lakes with the Best Downtowns
Steps from the water, these Great Lakes small towns hide wine trails, lift bridges, and speakeasies in their compact, walkable downtowns.
2026's 9 Most Scenic Northern California Towns
Waterfalls, sea glass, redwoods, and 60-foot surf. These nine Northern California towns are built around some of the best scenery in the state.
This Is The Most Welcoming Town In Arizona
Bisbee is the most welcoming town in the state, with quirky festivals, local restaurants, and welcoming shops in Arizona's colorful Mule Mountains.
8 Pennsylvania Towns Perfect For A Fresh Start
A fresh start needs more than cheap rent. Eight Pennsylvania towns that pair jobs, a real downtown, and affordable homes, from Carlisle to Meadville.
8 Overlooked Towns In Tennessee Worth Visiting
Discover Tennessee’s hidden gems—from historic Jonesborough to scenic Sparta—offering unique attractions beyond the usual tourist spots
8 Best Towns In Kansas For A Two-Day Recharge
Trade the noise for limestone storefronts, prairie trails, and Pony Express history in eight small Kansas towns made for a two-day recharge.
8 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Finger Lakes
Finger Lakes main streets end at gazebos, beaches, parks, and lakefront views, with historic storefronts packed into the blocks before the water.
10 Ideal Iowa Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Plan a three-day Iowa getaway in 2026 featuring historic towns and lake adventures with Dutch heritage, museums, architecture, and scenic trails.
The Largest Wetland In The United States
The largest wetland in the US isn't the Everglades. It's Alaska's Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, the size of Louisiana. Why Alaska wins, and what the Everglades still holds.
8 Great Road Trips to Take on the Gulf Coast
Slow down on eight Gulf Coast road trips that hug the shoreline past salt marshes, barrier islands, historic lighthouses, and working ferry crossings.
11 Ideal The Adirondack Mountains Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Where to base a 3-day Adirondack weekend, from Lake Placid to Long Lake, with the beaches, trailheads, and museums a short walk from the room.
2026's 11 Best Small Towns To Visit In South Carolina
From Lowcountry harbors like Beaufort to mountain-edge Walhalla, discover 11 of South Carolina's best small towns to visit.
9 Stress-Free Oklahoma Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Discover stress-free Oklahoma towns for a weekend retreat, from Ardmore and Sulphur to Guthrie, Bartlesville, Ponca City, and Route 66 Weatherford.
9 Ideal Florida Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Florida offers stunning beaches, charming small towns, historic sites, and attractions. Activities include boating, scuba diving, exotic shopping, and dining.
8 Ideal West Virginia Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
West Virginia's small towns are perfect for a 3-day weekend, whether you are looking for a view at the New River Gorge or a relaxing mineral bath.
The US Cities That Run Entirely On Groundwater
Some big US cities drink almost nothing but aquifer water. Memphis runs 100% on groundwater, joined by Miami, San Antonio, Tucson, Honolulu, and Long Island.
The National Forests Hiding Waterfalls
National forests were created to protect timber and water, and some of America’s most striking waterfalls came with the watershed.
8 Of The Friendliest Towns In Croatia
8 Of The Friendliest Towns In Croatia measure welcome by participation, with carnival at Samobor, a sword dance on Korčula, and horsemen riding at Sinj.
The Longest Bridges In The World That Cross Open Water
Some bridges run so far across open water that land disappears, with tunnels, artificial islands, and vast spans carrying traffic across the horizon.
Where People Are Moving To In Scotland In 2026
Scotland is growing slowly but surely, with communities in East Lothian, Midlothian, and South Lanarkshire taking the biggest gains.
10 Small Towns in Queensland with the Best Downtowns
Discover 10 of Queensland's best small-town downtowns, where distinctive streetscapes reveal a different side of the Sunshine State.
Why Redwoods Only Grow In One Part Of The World
Redwoods only grow in one part of the world, found in Northern California, which is around 3,438 square miles of coastline.
The Deadliest Forest Fires In American History
Peshtigo to Lahaina: the deadliest forest fire disasters in American history and the evacuation, utility, and land-management lessons each one left behind.
The Most Underrated State Parks In The West
The Most Underrated State Parks In The West trade national-park crowds for granite spires, dinosaur badlands, Ice Age falls, and desert peaks.
6 Most Idyllic Small Towns in The Pacific Northwest
Tucked amongst towering Douglas fir, cedar, and hemlock trees, discover six small, idyllic towns steeped in history in the Pacific Northwest.
9 Idyllic Small Towns In Nevada To Visit In 2026
Nine idyllic Nevada small towns for 2026 with Comstock train rides, a rail bike down the Hoover Dam line, ghost-town art, and a river beach.
7 of the Most Vibrant Towns in Southern California
Explore SoCal's sunny, vibrant charm: big cities, unique small towns, diverse landscapes, lively events, culture, great food, and world-class wineries.
The 9 Can't-Miss Towns In Utah
Nine can't-miss Utah towns: Moab at Arches, Springdale in Zion, Torrey near Capitol Reef, Panguitch by Bryce Canyon, and Park City in the Wasatch Range.
6 Tick Infested Areas In The Rockies
As the sunny sagebrush slopes open up, the Rocky Mountain wood tick climbs to the tips of the grass stems and waits for a passing deer, elk, or person.
8 Towns Perfect for Retirement in Tennessee
These eight towns are ideal for retirement in Tennessee, with various attractions, activities, and retirement benefits for a comfortable stay.
The Oldest Bridges Still Carrying Traffic In America
Long before the country existed, masons built stone bridges that still carry daily traffic today, from a 1697 span in Philadelphia to the old National Road.